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Band 6+: You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: Describe why you are having the party Give directions on how to get to the venue Suggest how you can accommodate him/her Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

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Dear Honeybell,

How are you doing today, I am writing to invite you for my party, which will hold on Saturday, 24th June at Lagos Trade Mall in Ikeja.

I have always wanted to reach a milestone in my career. It has been from one level of hard work, dedication and creativity. Recently, there was an opening for the position of a senior manager in my work place. However, after many scrutinization, I emerged as the appointed candidate for this position. Therefore, I decided to host a party with few friends to celebrate my career achievement.

I have organized a three-day event. Firstly, I arranged a spa visit which I believe is important after a long day at work. The next agenda is swimming, so ensure to come with a regalia for this activity. Lastly, the main occasion will take place in the above mentioned location.

I would suggest you travel by train to Lagos because it’s faster and more convenient. I will pick you up at the train station when you arrive. Don’t bother about accommodation, as I have reserved a room for you.

Thank you for considering my invitation and I look forward to seeing you.

Best wishes,

Jane.

Word Count: 201

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6.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
Opt for even more advanced words when appropriate.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter fully addresses all parts of the task. The reason for the party is clearly explained (career milestone), the plans are described (spa, swimming, and the main event), and practical suggestions for travel and accommodation are provided. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend, and the information is presented logically. To further improve, ensure that punctuation is used correctly to avoid comma splices (e.g., in the first paragraph), but this does not detract from the overall task achievement.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is logically organized, and the progression of ideas is clear. Each paragraph addresses a specific bullet point from the task. However, there are some issues with sentence connectivity. For example, the first sentence uses a comma splice (joining two independent clauses with only a comma), which disrupts the flow. Using more varied cohesive devices and ensuring smoother transitions between sentences would improve the overall cohesion.

Lexical Resource

You have used some good vocabulary such as 'milestone', 'dedication', and 'scrutinization'. However, some word choices are slightly unnatural or used incorrectly in context. For instance, 'which will hold on' should be 'which will be held on', and 'regalia' is typically used for ceremonial clothing rather than swimwear. Aim for more natural collocations to achieve a higher level of sophistication.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. However, there are several grammatical inaccuracies that prevent a higher score. These include errors in verb tense/voice (e.g., 'which will hold' instead of 'will be held'), awkward phrasing ('It has been from one level of...'), and punctuation errors like comma splices. Focus on mastering passive voice constructions and ensuring that punctuation correctly separates independent clauses.

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